Ross Fitzgerald was born in Melbourne on Christmas Day, 1944. Emeritus Professor in History and Politics at Griffith University, he is well known as a historian, biographer and social and political commentator. He and Ken Spillman have recently re-edited the book that was first known as the “Greatest Game” which was released in 1988.

The updated version features 50 contributors from all walks of Australian life and provides a unique insight into Australia's unique game.

Jodie Newell spoke recently with Ross about the book and the stories contained in it.

You purchase the book at the Slattery Media website. Ross Fitzgerald has provided a promo code for a 30% discount on the hard copy edition. Enter the code : AustraliasGame during the checkout process.

Click on book logo below for further details on the Slattery Media website

Ross Fitzgerald will be appearing at the Sydney Institute along with fellow contributors to the book, Barry Oakley and Peter Corris on Tuesday August 6. For further info click on Sydney Institute logo below:

You can visit Ross Fitzgerald’s website by clicking on logo below

*Many thanks to Jenna Gleeson from Slattery Media in assisting with the Ross Fitzgerald interview